10 Best Days of Dhul Hijjah (zul hijjah) — Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan
Importance of the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah (zul hijjah)
The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah (zul hijjah) are the most sacred in the Islamic year, surpassing even the days of Ramadan. Prophet Muhammadصلى الله عليه وسلمemphasized their importance
“There are no days on which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)
During these blessed days, every act of worship, including fasting, prayer, recitation of the Qur'an, charity, and remembrance (dhikr), carries multiplied rewards.
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Spiritual Highlights and Sunnah of Dhul Hijjah
Special Virtues of These Days
Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah (zul hijjah)): Fasting on this day expiates sins of the past and coming year
Eid ul Adha (10th Dhul Hijjah (zul hijjah)): A day for performing Qurbani and sharing blessings with those in need
Recommended Practices: Avoid cutting hair and nails from the start of Dhul Hijjah until after Qurbani.
Recommended Sunnah:
Refrain from cutting hair or nails from the start of Dhul Hijj@b until after your Qurbani is performed.
Recommended Du'a for These Days:
"Rabbana taqabba! minna innaka Antas-Sami'ul-'Aleem"
(Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed, You are the Hearing, the Knowing.)
How You Can Maximize Rewards During These Days
Perform Qurbani:
Share your sacrifice with struggling families in Pakistan, Gaza, and beyond.
● Sponsor Orphans: Give joy and long-term support to a child in need this Eid.
● Emergency Appeals: Aid families in crisis zones, including war-torn Gaza.
● Contribute to Welfare Programs: Help fund clean water, healthcare, education, and sustainable livelihoods.
Essential Rules of Qurbani (Eid Sacrifice)
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Eligibility: Qurbani is wajib (obligatory) for every adult Muslim who meets the Nisab threshold on Eid day.
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Permissible Days: It must be performed after Eid prayer on the 10th, 11th, or 12th of Dhul Hijjah.
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Animal Requirements: The animal must be healthy, of proper age (e.g., goat/sheep: 1 year, cow: 2 years), and free from major defects.
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Meat Distribution: The meat should be divided into three parts – for the family, relatives/friends, and the poor
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